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The Provision of IT Hardware Purchases

POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE

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13 Mar 2026 at 15:35

Summary of the contracting process

The Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner for Northamptonshire has completed a selective procurement process for the provision of IT hardware, awarded through the Northamptonshire Police ICT Framework, Lot 2 - Hardware and Associated Services. This award, valued at £180,000 excluding VAT, covers an initial contract term from 27th February 2026 to 26th February 2028, with the possibility of a 12-month extension. The procurement methodology was a call-off from a framework agreement, targeting the supply of hardware services within the East Midlands, United Kingdom, under the industry category of Hardware. The procurement stage is in the award phase, with the contract having been awarded to Specialist Computer Centre PLC (SCC) on the 12th of February 2026.

This contract presents significant opportunities for businesses specialising in IT hardware supply to gain visibility and credibility by joining a trusted framework. SMEs keen on extending their reach in public sector IT solutions are particularly well-suited to benefit from such collaboration. The procurement primarily targets companies proficient in delivering hardware and associated services, aligning with the needs of law enforcement and rescue operations in the region. Engaging with this tender can lead to potential future dealings and an expanded portfolio within public sector procurement.

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Notice Title

The Provision of IT Hardware Purchases

Notice Description

The Provision of IT Hardware Purchases for Northamptonshire Police and Northamptonshire Fire and Rescue Authority. Awarded via the Northamptonshire Police ICT Framework, Lot 2 - Hardware and Associated Services. This is a call-off contract with an up to value of PS180,000 excluding VAT for the initial 2 year term. There is a 1 x 12 month extension option available from 27th February 2028.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
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Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/d12eb7b8-ba34-4199-a325-e7147ada320b
Current Stage
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All Stages
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Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Services
Procurement Method
Selective
Procurement Method Details
Call-off from a framework agreement
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

44 - Construction structures and materials; auxiliary products to construction (except electric apparatus)


CPV Codes

44316400 - Hardware

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
£180,000 £100K-£500K
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
13 Mar 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
19 Dec 2025Expired
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
12 Feb 20261 months ago
Contract Period
27 Feb 2026 - 26 Feb 2028 1-2 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
POLICE, FIRE AND CRIME COMMISSIONER FOR NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Contact Name
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Contact Email
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Contact Phone
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Buyer Location

Locality
WELLINGBOROUGH
Postcode
NN8 6GS
Post Town
Northampton
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLF East Midlands (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLF2 Leicestershire, Rutland and Northamptonshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLF25 North Northamptonshire
Delivery Location
TLF East Midlands (England)

Local Authority
North Northamptonshire
Electoral Ward
Brickhill and Queensway
Westminster Constituency
Wellingborough and Rushden

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

SPECIALIST COMPUTER CENTRE PLC (SCC

Further Information

Notice Documents

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